This synchronous buck converter reference design was designed for a high current automotive engine control unit (ECU). This design combines the TPS59632-Q1, 24-V, 3-phase step-down driverless controller and state-of-the-art automotive DrMOS. Its compact size and high efficiency make it ideal for low-voltage, high-current rails in automotive applications.
Features
- Automotive input range of 8 V to 18 V
- 0.9 to 1.1 V and 60-A high current rail
- Peak efficiency of 89.6% at 1 MHz
- Compact size of 1.2" x 1.6"
- Fast dynamic response
- Excellent current sharing